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Posts from May 2013

Gael Monfils has been absolutely magical at the 2013 French Open. As a
tournament wildcard, Monfils of France thrilled a partisan center
court crowd by upsetting No. 5-seeded Tomas Berdych in the first round
of the French Open, 7-6 (8), 6-4, 6-7 (3), 6-7 (4), 7-5. In the second
round, Monfils took out Ernests Gulbis 6-7, 6-4, 7-6, 6-2 providing
another 3-1/2 hours of amazing court coverage and sheer entertainment.

If
you're hoping to pick up some Monfils signature moves, you might
to take a look at the Wilson Blade 98 and the Asics Gel Challenger 9
shoes — Monfils tools of choice to compliment his quick hands and quick
feet.

The Wilson Blade 98
tennis racquet is designed for hard hitting, aggressive players. This
sleek black racquet features a dense string pattern is ideal for players
who require maximum control over the ball's direction and depth. By
adding Amplifeel technology, Wilson enhances the feel, while the Basalt
fibers keep harsh vibrations to a minimum. As Monfils can attest, this
is a powerful racquet that performs well from all areas of the court.

When
you're moving around the court for hours at a time like Monfils is, you
need shoes that are light, comfortable and durable. The Men's Asics Gel Challenger 9
tennis shoes fit the bill. The shoes combine GEL cushioning with the
torsional stability of a midfoot Trusstic System for enhanced comfort, a
compression-molded midsole while the heel provides a personalized fit
with two layers of memory foam around the collar. A shoe that was
definitely designed with some signature moves in mind.

Victoria Azarenka armed with a Wilson BLX Juice Tennis Racquet makes a formidable opponent. With her
new weapon of choice, she has captured two Grand Slam titles and ascended to the No. 1 ranking.

The BLX Juice lets aggressive players such as Azarenka hit through the ball with big power and spin. Designed with power and spin in mind, the new BLX Juice racquet combines a maneuverable frame with a plush sweet spot and exceptional power. The open string pattern and standard 100 square inch head size allow for exceptional feel and power for baseline players that like to dictate the action. The moderate weight and head light balance allow you to whip the racquet through on ground strokes and provide a sold punch at the net. The handle features the new patented Amplifeel handle system designed to increase power and spin.

Give this racquet a try and see if you can take your game to a new level.

Why change a winning tradition? That's what defending French Open Champion Rafael Nadal is thinking.

We all know that Nadal definitely has a few superstitions when it comes to getting ready for his matches. And he's adding a new one to the list. He will seek the title once again wearing the same Nike Premier Rafa Crew as he did last year.

If it worked once, can it work twice?

Designed for maximum comfort, the crew features flatlock seamsat the shoulder and sides to minimize potential irritation caused by friction as well as Dri-FIT mesh panels at the underarm and back for ventilation. The perspiration-wicking Dri-FIT jersey fabric comes with UVA and UVB protection. In addition, the shirt features a flattering, curved hem.

The Nike Premier Rafa Crew is a perfect fit for this clay court specialist — why would you wear anything different?

We think every racquet should have one of these Babolat Loony Dampeners during the next two weeks! What a fun way to constantly remind us of how hard the top pros are working on the clay courts at the French Open and how easy it is for the Babolat Loony Damp to absorb string vibrations and make us smile. This special edition Roland Garros pack comes with two different dampeners. Easy to install.

When Roger Federer made his 2013 French Open debut he had a little extra venom on his shirt. A play on
words perhaps, but what Fed fans need to know is that Nike has armed him with a little bit of "poison." Poison green, that is.

In his first round match on Court Phillippe Chatrier, Federer sported the Nike Premier RF Crew. While sometimes it might have looked a little grey, don't let the don't let the dreary French weather fool you — it is pure violet with "poison" green. The stylish Premier RF Crew features a Dri-FIT jacquard fabric top that uses cutting-edge technology inspired by a true tennis legend. The bonded design of the Crew incorporates sonic-welded side seams for a comfortable fit.

Federer also wore the Nike Premier RF Knit Jacket, designed to provide both water-resistant protection from the elements and enhanced ventilation in high-heat areas. The ribbed stand-up collar and ‘RF’ monogram screen-print on the left arm are stylish details befitting a tennis great.

If you're looking for a little "poison" to help you defeat your top rival, the RF Crew might be just what you're looking for — stylish and deadly.

In her first round match at Roland Garros, Serena Williams was all business as she took to the courts wearing a sleek Nike Wrap Knit Dress. Formfitting but never restrictive, the dress features flat-seam construction with an elastic waist and straps for maximum comfort. The Dri-FIT jersey fabric allows the body to stay cool and dry, while an Inner Definition bra offers subtle shaping and support. Cut with a flattering V-neck and front-slit skirt, the Nike Wrap Knit Dress is a strong look for a powerful player.

To stay warm, Serena covered up with the Women's French Terry Tennis Hoody which features a soft Dri-Fit French terry construction with mesh insets at back neck and armholes for enhanced ventilation. The Flatlock seams reduce irritation caused by chafing. It has a reverse coil full front zipper provides custom coverage.

That's right, starting today the new Tennis Channel Everywhere mobile app will be available on Apple and

Android platforms with live French Open match coverage. Archived matches will be available on demand throughout and following the tournament. The app is available to everyone, regardless of whether or not they currently subscribe to Tennis Channel.

Similar to the live and on-demand streams Tennis Channel has offered on its Web site since its first year of French Open coverage in 2007, Tennis Channel Everywhere allows viewers to choose from multiple matches at the world’s most prestigious clay-court event. These include Court Philippe Chatrier, Court Suzanne-Lenglen and the other currently televised courts throughout the tournament grounds.

In addition to French Open matches, the app will include daily updates from Tennis Channel's online video page with highlights, Court Report news and popular player Bag Check clips.

Merci beaucoup to thé Tennis Channel!!! Let the matches begin...

Users can download the Tennis Channel Everywhere mobile app for Apple is available on iTunes and Android at the Google store.

If you're looking for a good tennis read to enjoy over the holiday weekend, you might want to think about checking out Jimmy Connors new bio, The Outsider.

While much has been said about the more scandalous issues — his storybook romance with tennis legend Chris Evert, to his battles with gambling and fidelity that threatened to derail his career and his long-lasting marriage to Playboy playmate Patti McGuire — there is much more to be gleaned from the book.

For the first time, Connors talks about growing up in St Louis and how he came to rule the game with his radically aggressive style of play and bad-boy antics that turned his matches into prizefights. In 1974 alone, he won 95 out of 99 matches, all of them while wearing the same white shorts he washed in the sink of his hotel bathrooms. Though he lived the rock star life away from tennis, his enduring dedication to his craft earned him eight Grand Slam singles titles and kept him among the top ten best players in the world for sixteen straight years—five at number one.

But in the end, it was his prolonged dedication to his craft that won him the public’s adoration. He capped off one of the most remarkable runs in tennis history at the age of 39 when he reached the semifinals of the 1991 U.S. Open, competing against players half his age.

Much to the chagrin of tennis fans everywhere, when Connors retired from tennis twenty years ago, he all but disappeared from public view.

Well, Jimmy's back, he's explaining and like all the rest of us, he has his demons…